
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lumpkin Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $500 (6 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Lumpkin area of Athens.


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South Lumpkin, Athens, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lumpkin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lumpkin Studio Apartments | $979 | $791 | $1,179 |
| South Lumpkin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,101 | $901 | $1,469 |
| South Lumpkin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $665 | $2,200 |
| South Lumpkin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $724 | $2,760 |
| South Lumpkin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $666 | $560 | $739 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lumpkin Neighborhood of Athens, GA.
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Cheapest Available South Lumpkin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lumpkin area of Athens, GA is a 4 Beds unit found at River Club Apartments priced from $714. University Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $734. Here are the most affordable South Lumpkin apartments for rent in Athens, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Club Apartments | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $714 |
| University Garden | 1x1500 | 1BR,1BA | $734 |
| Grove at Five Points | Studio 300 | Studio,1BA | $791 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lumpkin, GA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lumpkin area is the $1.55 price per square foot 1905 S Milledge Ave Model at 1905 S Milledge Ave, Unit Unit 8 in the in the Eastside Athens neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value South Lumpkin apartment is the 3x3 Deluxe Model at River Club Apartments starting at $749 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the South Lumpkin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lumpkin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 S Milledge Ave, Unit Unit 8 | 1905 S Milledge Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| River Club Apartments | 3x3 Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| Riverbend Club Apartments | 4BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom) | 4BR,2BA | $0.46 |
| University Garden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.68 |
| Grove at Five Points | Studio 300 | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lumpkin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Lumpkin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Lumpkin is under $791.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Lumpkin?
The cheapest apartment in South Lumpkin is University Garden which is listed at $734, while the average apartment in South Lumpkin costs $2,625.
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